December weather forecast
Walnut, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Walnut, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and max 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to an icy 34°F (1.1°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Walnut, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Walnut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.5 days and collects up to 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Walnut, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.5 snowfall days, and 5.2" (132mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34°F (1.1°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Walnut have in December?

In Walnut, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Walnut?

In Walnut, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Walnut, IL

Average temperature in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Walnut, IL

Average pressure in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Walnut, IL

Average wind speed in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Walnut, IL

Average humidity in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Walnut, IL

Average rainfall in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Walnut, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Walnut, IL

Average snowfall in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Walnut, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Walnut, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Walnut, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Walnut, IL

Average UV index in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Walnut, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Walnut, IL

Average visibility in December - Walnut, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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